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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
- Cheapest price on 08 Nov
- £61
- Average ticket price on 08 Nov
- £92
- Fastest journey on 08 Nov
- 3 h 14 m
- Average journey duration on 08 Nov
- 3 h 21 m
- Trains on 08 Nov
- 12
- Distance
- 295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
On Sun 08 Nov, we found 12 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W85189+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street13:27 3h36 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 17:03 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) £61 1 One-way 1 change- W84937+
W3320420:26 3h41 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 0:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) £86 1 One-way 1 change - W33297+
G89048+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street13:48 3h39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 17:27 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) £86 1 One-way 2 changes - W33319+G89050+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
15:48 3h43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 19:31 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) £86 1 One-way 2 changes - W33315+G89068+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
14:48 3h38 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 18:26 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) £86 1 One-way 2 changes
- W85203
17:26 3h14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 20:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) £110 1 One-way 0 changes - W33365+G89054
18:48 3h17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 22:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) £86 1 One-way 1 change - W33183+G89052
16:48 3h18 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 20:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) £86 1 One-way 1 change - W33290+G89056
19:48 3h20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 23:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) £86 1 One-way 1 change - W85195+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street
15:26 3h35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 19:01 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) £119 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 4:49 |
Last train 20:33 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Saturday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33796+G89069 | Delayed 18:53 17:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h32 | 21:22 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W33717+G89058 | Delayed 19:41 18:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 22:11 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W33709+G89059 | Delayed 20:41 19:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 23:13 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 8 November | |||||
| W85180+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h38 | 15:04 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
C24600+ G80229+ L88007 | 12:01 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h47 | 17:48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85189+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 13:27 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h36 | 17:03 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| W33297+G89048+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 13:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h39 | 17:27 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W33315+G89068+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 14:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h38 | 18:26 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W85195+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 15:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h35 | 19:01 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| W33319+G89050+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 15:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h43 | 19:31 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2 changes | |
| W33183+G89052 | 16:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 20:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| W85203 | 17:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h14 | 20:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33365+G89054 | 18:48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h17 | 22:05 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains use the Deansgate to Glasgow Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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